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Las Vegas, We Have a Problem: Mahal Empire’s ‘Alien Storm’ Touches Down This July

If you thought the worst thing that could happen at a Las Vegas party was waking up next to a tiger, think again. Independent genre giants Mahal Empire have officially announced that their sci-fi thriller, Alien Storm, will debut this July. The invasion is already underway! Global pre-orders are now live in the Apple TV app. Secure your digital front-row seat to the apocalypse. The Mist Meets The Hangover (But Way Deadlier) The film follows a wealthy businessman. A dense, mysterious fog rolls over his sprawling estate. Then, his ultra-lavish Sin City bash gets crashed by the uninvited guests. And the elite inner circle is forced to retreat into a high-tech, underground secret bunker. Unfortunately for them, what was supposed to be a secure sanctuary quickly becomes a subterranean trap. A sinister, otherworldly entity has already breached the perimeter. This turns their billionaire panic room into a tight, terrifying fight for survival. A Legendary Cast To battle an extraterrestrial threat,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 1, 2026

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Krysten Ritter Retuning for the New Season of ‘Dexter: Resurrection’

Just when she thought she was out, the Big Apple pulls her right back in. According to Deadline, Krysten Ritter is officially returning to the neon-soaked streets of New York as a guest star for the second season of Showtime’s “Dexter: Resurrection” on Paramount+. Exactly how she is returning, however, is a massive, blood-splattered question mark. For those keeping track of the body count, Ritter’s Season 1 character, Mia—better known to the true-crime community as the sommelier-by-day, serial-killer-by-night vigilante “Lady Vengeance”—was very thoroughly killed off while behind bars. But let’s be real: this franchise treats the mortal coil more like a suggestion box. Whether she’s back as a manifestation of Dexter’s fractured psyche, a ghost chilling in a blood-red cardigan, or as a completely unannounced identical twin who suddenly loves pinot noir, your guess is as good as ours. The real mystery isn’t how she’s back, but what kind of absolute chaos she’s about to unleash on our favorite forensic

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 30, 2026

Dive Into the New Trailer and Poster for the Shark Thriller 'The Devil's Mouth'- Out Today

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Kathryn Newton and Her Friends Fight for Survival in ‘The Devil’s Mouth’ Trailer

Before real life can crush the souls of five college graduates, a remote cave system in Thailand decides to try doing it literally. The Devil’s Mouth aims to blend claustrophobic, underwater terror with the sharp energy of a summer popcorn flick, ensuring you’ll think twice before booking that post-grad backpacking trip. The Talent Featuring a charismatic young ensemble including Kathryn Newton, Lana Condor, Nico Hiraga, Gavin Casalegno, and Tommi Rose, the film perfectly bottles that vibrant, overconfident college energy before tossing it directly into a blender. What starts as a final, sun-drenched hurrah along a breathtaking coastline quickly devolves into a desperate, soggy fight for survival when the group signs up to explore a secluded cave system known, naturally, as The Devil’s Mouth. Directed with a keen eye for suspense by Jeff Wadlow, the film brings high-stakes tension to a screenplay penned by Aja Gabel and Myung Joh Wesner. Along with the core cast, the thriller also stars Tayme Thapthimthong,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 30, 2026

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Pegah Ghafoori Discuss the Season Finale of “FROM” in Our Interview

If you aren’t watching the MGM+ sci-fi horror series “FROM,” you are missing out on some of the absolute best pure terror on television. Currently in its fourth season, the series has pushed its nightmarish, trapped town into unprecedented levels of absolute chaos and carnage. At the center of this season’s emotional storm is Fatima, played by Pegah Ghafoori. She delivers a fantastic, heartbreakingly raw performance. Fatima has easily endured some of the series’ most harrowing trials. She’s survived relentless danger, facing down death, and ultimately giving birth to a literal monster. Following the explosive season finale, we sat down with Ghafoori to discuss her character’s traumatic arc and the visceral horrors the cast faced this year. Of course, she isn’t navigating the madness alone. A powerhouse ensemble cast joins Ghafoori. That includes Harold Perrineau, Eion Bailey, David Alpay, Hanna Cheramy, Elizabeth Saunders, and the brilliant Catalina Sandino Moreno. Together, this stellar cast anchors the narrative, bringing a grounded, terrifying

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 30, 2026

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Movie Review: Undertone is a Masterclass in Cinematic Blue Balls

For months, the hype train for Undertone has been roaring down the tracks, fueled by a chorus of critics and viewers showering it with unconditional praise. Now that it’s finally landed on Max, I figured it was time to punch my ticket. Look, I know the horror fandom is intense, and I’m fully prepared for a pitchfork-wielding mob to assemble in my comments. But everyone is entitled to their opinion—including me. So, without further ado, let’s talk about why Undertone left me disappointed. The Good, The Bad, and The Boring Before I completely tear into it, let’s be fair: the cast did a fine job, including leading lady Nina Kiri. My issues don’t lie with the performances. My dismay began with the cinematography. The movie is absolutely obsessed with wide, panning shots. Over and over again, I found myself squinting at the screen, desperately trying to spot a ghost, a monster, or anything lurking in the shadows. Spoiler alert: there

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 30, 2026

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Robert Eggers’ ‘Werwulf’ Trailer Bares its Teeth – Watch it Now!

After months of anticipation, the trailer for Robert Eggers’ Werwulf has finally been unleashed. And it is a glorious, mud-soaked vision of pure dread. If you’re expecting the usual Hollywood checklist of full moons, silver bullets, or tragic “woe-is-me” bites, think again. In a recent interview with Esquire, Eggers revealed he is aggressively stripping away modern cinematic tropes to rebuild the monster from its primal, terrifying roots. Set against the bleak, unforgiving backdrop of 13th-century England, the film follows a creature stalking the countryside and turning ancient folklore into a living, breathing nightmare. A Powerhouse Ensemble (Eggers’ Frequent Fliers) True to form, Eggers has assembled an elite cast of heavy-hitters and favorite collaborators to bring this historical horror to life. Eggers has assembled an elite cast of heavy-hitters and favorite collaborators. Leading the pack are Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Lily-Rose Depp, both hot off their work on the director’s Nosferatu. They are joined by legendary screen icon Willem Dafoe, bringing back

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 30, 2026

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Nicolas Winding Refn’s New Horror ‘Her Private Hell’ Reveals its First Leather Clad Poster

The maestro of neon-drenched nihilism is finally back where he belongs. After spending a decade wandering the prestige television wilderness—and briefly giving film critics absolute whiplash by directing a wholesome BBC children’s show—radical avant-garde auteur Nicolas Winding Refn is returning to the silver screen with Her Private Hell. The highly anticipated feature marks Refn’s first traditional cinematic outing since 2016’s hyper-stylized, flesh-eating fashion nightmare, The Neon Demon. To celebrate his homecoming, the very first poster has officially arrived, promising a return to his beautifully brutal, synth-heavy roots. The Setup: Tokyo Drift (Into Madness) True to form, Her Private Hell is a sleek thriller set against the glowing, rain-slicked backdrop of Tokyo. If Refn’s track record (Drive, Only God Forgives) is anything to go by, audiences should prepare for an avalanche of gorgeous cinematography, long, silent stares, pulsating electronic beats, and explosions of extreme violence. The narrative kicks off when a thick, unnatural mist descends upon the metropolis, unleashing a deadly

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 30, 2026

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High School Horror ‘You’re Dead to Me’ is Slashing its Way onto Digital

Forget renting a limo or worrying about who is going to ask you to the dance. This year, the cool kids are skipping the crowning ceremony entirely—mostly because the alternative is a knife to the chest. Dark Star Pictures has officially announced that its buzzy slasher, You’re Dead to Me, will slice its way onto Digital and On Demand this July. The film promises a blood-soaked love letter to late-’90s teen horror staples like Scream and I Know What You Did Last Summer, but updated with a distinctly modern, highly chaotic twist. Prom Night is a Dead End The plot follows a trio of high school seniors who decide that prom is far too mainstream and opt instead for a secluded weekend getaway free from parents, curfews, and real-world responsibilities. Naturally, because this is a horror movie and teenagers aren’t allowed to have nice things, their influencer-worthy retreat takes a sharp turn into terror when they discover one of their

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 30, 2026

Bring Home 'Obsession' on 4K and Blu-ray Now!

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Movie Review: Obsession is a Movie We’re Obsessed With

As horror fans, we spend our lives chasing a very specific dragon. We scour endless rows of streaming titles and theater marquee lists, hunting for that elusive, traumatic thrill that made us fall in love with the genre in the first place. More often than not, it’s a disappointing cycle that leaves us craving a spark we can rarely recapture. But last night, I finally felt that old chill again. I sat down to watch Curry Barker’s independent phenomenon, Obsession. I’ll admit I was actively dreading it, terrified that the staggering online hype wouldn’t hold up. Thankfully, I can look you dead in the eye and tell you it made me feel like a terrified nine-year-old peeking through my fingers at Friday the 13th all over again. Obsession goes vastly beyond cheap gore and goo; it is an emotional, heartbreaking, and deeply disturbing descent into psychological ruin. And if you’re a cat parent, brace yourself. WARNING: Mild Spoilers! A Wish

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 29, 2026

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Sharks Infest the New Trailer for ‘The Bay’

Forget everything you know about safe tropical excursions. A new high-stakes fight for survival creature feature is coming full speed. The shark movie The Bay is arriving this July and has a new trailer for you to take a bite of. A commercial tour boat takes a handful of wealthy visitors out to a remote, strictly restricted shark sanctuary. Naturally, because this is a survival thriller, things go horribly wrong out on the open water. It’s time for you to sink your teeth into the new trailer, which reminds us that sharks don’t see us as friends; we’re food. Shark Bait Directed by up-and-coming filmmaker Jeff Vespa, The Bay relies on an incredibly tight-knit ensemble to sell its claustrophobic chaos. Lachlan Taʻimua Hannemann anchors the cast as Ruhan, the tour boat’s resilient deckhand. He stars alongside dynamic co-stars such as Bruce Greenwood, Megan Fox, and Josh Hutcherson, who round out the small group of passengers caught in a shifting, high-stakes

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 29, 2026

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